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Tools for conflict resolution
In early September, staff at West Tamar Council in Tasmania participated in specialised training to develop strategies for conflict resolution within the workplace and for…
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Maximise the benefits of community engagement*
There are, certainly, challenges for engaging communities effectively. The rewards for getting it right may be more than you imagine. For local government it is…
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Regional youth have a say
Lockhart Shire Council in the Riverina area of New South Wales is doing the groundwork to establish a youth-led Youth Advisory Committee in the region.…
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Council traineeships on display
Penrith City Council in New South Wales recently exhibited its successful traineeship program at the Skills and Thrills Careers Showcase. The expo encourages students to…
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Supporting future indigenous employees
Since 2014, Glenelg Shire Council in regional Victoria has run a successful Aboriginal Educational Scholarships program. The scholarship program was developed to encourage Glenelg Shire-based…
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Promoting wellness at work
Staff at the City of Burnside in South Australia recently enjoyed a massage, yoga and sessions on a range of health issues as part of…
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Promoting wellbeing for young and old
The City of Gosnells in Western Australia seeks to ensure residents of all ages have opportunities to stay mentally and physically healthy. One such program…
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Mental health awareness for men
Banana Shire in Queensland welcomed one of Australia’s leading mental health advocates during Men’s Health Week earlier this year. Banana Shire Council welcomed Craig Hamilton…
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Body composition supports employee health
South Gippsland Shire Council is utilising body composition scan technology, in a bid to educate staff about their bodies and to encourage healthier lifestyles. Employees…
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Building the rural workforce
While many rural communities are continuing to face challenges with sourcing skilled workers, Gilgandra Shire Council in central New South Wales is supporting local young…
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Goodbye after 43 years
Isaac Regional Council in Queensland recently farewelled an employee who has served the community for more than four decades. Ray Scharf, who dedicated most of…
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It’s all about the numbers*
Despite human resources (HR) practitioners actively recognising the need for data and analytics, they are reticent to develop the requisite capabilities to achieve their stated…
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